I am currently working on a primers of my own about Lovecraft, his racism, and the importance of his legacy for the new book, but with the release of Lovecraft Country the TV show, others are also putting out some excellent resources right now.
So as you help patrons who are enjoying the show but do not know much about the man or his work, here are some resources you can use ASAP.
- First here is my verbal review of the book. It is part of a recorded book talk about Lovecraft inspired titles by people Lovecraft himself would have hated. The entire book talk will help you find readalikes AND understand cosmic horror a little better.
- H.P. Lovecraft Was a Virulent Racist. How 'Lovecraft Country' Confronts His Legacy: This article from The LA Times is excellent. If you only read 1 thing from today's post, this should be it.
- Cosmic Shenanigans [Podcast]: Cosmic Shenanigans is a podcast focusing on cosmic horror in films, television, art, games, music, fashion, pop culture, and just about anywhere else our little tentacles can reach. Host Mary SanGiovanni delves into what makes it timelessly relevant and enjoyable, and examines how it permeates so much of modern culture. Further, as a writer of cosmic horror herself, Mary looks at her and others’ roles in the subgenre and in publishing at large, and explores the female perspective toward and within works of cosmic horror. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. [Description from homepage]
- An article from Apex Magazine by Mary SanGiovanni entitled, Lovecraft and the Occult
- 13 Must Read Horror Books for Fans of Lovecraft Country by author and reviewer, Gabino Iglesias via The Lineup
- Flip the Script: H.P. Lovecraft: an article a annotated reading list by horror reviewer, Sadie Hartmann
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